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FFA probe A-League players' alleged golf cart joyride

Wellington Phoenix players are alleged to have stolen a golf cart after drinking during the coronavirus lockdown in Sydney.

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F1 CEO pens open letter to fans

The coronavirus pandemic has put the Formula One season on hold at least until May and CEO Chase Carey offered an apology to fans.

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Super League suspended until April

Following further UK government guidance relating to the coronavirus pandemic, Super League has been suspended until April 3.

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Play-off could decide Serie A title

Following the suspension of Italian sport until April 3, the FIGC accepts it may not be possible for the Serie A season to run its course.

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Roar snap Wanderers' unbeaten streak

Brisbane Roar cruised to a 3-1 win over Western Sydney Wanderers on Friday - Scott McDonald's brace proving decisive.

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St Helens hammer Toronto Wolfpack

Jonny Lomax touched down twice in the first half as Toronto Wolfpack suffered another heavy defeat in Super League, this time to St Helens.

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Waratahs break 2020 duck, Rebels win on the road

After three consecutive defeats to start the Super Rugby season, the Waratahs finally got off the mark on Friday.

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Man City's Laporte out for four weeks

Pep Guardiola confirmed on Friday he expects Aymeric Laporte to miss up to a month of action after pulling his hamstring against Real Madrid

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Duke decides Sydney derby

Mitchell Duke got the winning goal in a second successive derby, as A-League leaders Sydney FC lost for the first time since October.

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Tsitsipas into Marseille final

The Open 13 Marseille title will be between defending champion Stefanos Tsitsipas and Felix Auger-Aliassime on Sunday.

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Halep into Dubai final

Dubai Tennis Championships top seed Simona Halep is into the final where she will face in-form 20-year-old Elena Rybakina.

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Glory keep heat on City after Maclaren settles derby

Perth Glory remain just a point behind Melbourne City, as both sides won their respective A-League fixtures on Friday.

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Federer: I was 'incredibly lucky'

After saving seven match points in his five-set victory over Tennys Sandgren at the Australian Open, Roger Federer accepts he got lucky.

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Wade ton takes Hurricanes to finals

Hobart Hurricanes will play the Eliminator in the Big Bash League finals, thanks in part to a wonderful display from Matthew Wade.

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Kerber injured, Vondrousova cruises

Angelique Kerber retired from the Adelaide International due to a back injury, while Marketa Vondrousova thrashed Arina Rodionova.

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Ruthless Vondrousova sets up Barty revenge match

Angelique Kerber retired from the Adelaide International due to a back injury, while Marketa Vondrousova thrashed Arina Rodionova.

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Barty survives scare in Adelaide International opener

Anastasia Pavlyuchenkova put up an admirable fight against Ash Barty at the Adelaide International, but the world number one did enough.

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Sydney FC's unbeaten A-League run reaches double figures

Goals from Adam Le Fondre and Kosta Barbarouses were decisive as Sydney FC extended their lead at top of the A-League.

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Rudiger to take up alleged racist incident with officials

Antonio Rudiger alleges he was targeted with racist abuse during Sunday's 2-0 win at Tottenham and it has been raised with officials.

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Arteta to Arsenal: The Pep proteges

Working with Pep Guardiola can be the springboard to an impressive coaching career. Arsenal will hope Mikel Arteta continues the trend.

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Serie A apologise for artwork

Serie A has apologised after an anti-racism campaign it had fronted was focused around artwork involving primates.

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FIFA suing Blatter, Platini

Disgraced former FIFA leaders Sepp Blatter and Michel Platini are being sued by the governing body over the returning of an illicit payment.

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Klopp, Liverpool agree new deal

Liverpool have tied Jurgen Klopp down to a new four-and-a-half-year contract as the Reds charge towards a first Premier League title.

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Bulgaria's coach apologises to England for fans' racist chants

After claiming not to have heard racist chants against England players on Monday, Bulgaria coach Krasimir Balakov has apologized.

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Thiem flies past Murray

Dominic Thiem is into the China Open semi-finals after beating Andy Murray in the Brit's first last-eight singles clash of the year.

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FIFA 20's highest-rated players revealed

Lionel Messi takes the crown as the highest-rated player on FIFA 20. But who joins him in the top 10?

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Wallabies avoid survive Samoa World Cup warm-up unscathed

Michael Cheika's Wallabies head into the Rugby World Cup with no new injury concerns after getting through unscathed against Samoa.

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Bale saves Madrid but gets sent off

Real Madrid battled to a 2-2 draw at Villarreal on Sunday, with Gareth Bale scoring both goals before being sent off late on.

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Castleford fall short at St Helens

Super League leaders St Helens were slender victors against Castleford Tigers, while Huddersfield Giants eased relegation fears.

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'It didn't work out' - Coutinho reflects on failed Barca spell

The Brazil international, who has moved to Germany with a view to a permanent switch, concedes his time at Camp Nou was something of a disappointment

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Man City seal Joao Cancelo signing, Danilo to join Juventus

Joao Cancelo has swapped Juventus for Manchester City, with Danilo heading in the opposite direction to the Serie A champions.

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Rooney to join Derby in January

Former Manchester United and Everton star Wayne Rooney is to return to England, joining Derby County in a dual capacity.

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Genia bids farewell to 'special' Suncorp Stadium

Saturday's 16-10 win over Argentina saw Australia veteran Will Genia play at the Suncorp Stadium for the last time.

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Sturridge banned for six weeks, fined $133,000 AUD

After being found to have provided transfer information to his family for betting purposes, Daniel Sturridge has been banned for six weeks.

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Griezmann: Messi is a legend like LeBron

The France international is eager to play alongside the Argentine star after making his €120 million move to Camp Nou

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Former England, Liverpool and Spurs striker Peter Crouch retires

Having featured for England, Liverpool and Tottenham in a long career, Peter Crouch announced he has retired from professional football.

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Netherlands to face USA in Women's World Cup final

Netherlands will face the United States in the Women's World Cup final after they beat Sweden 1-0 after extra time thanks to Jackie Groenen.

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United States through to Women's World Cup final

The United States are into a third successive Women's World Cup final after beating England 2-1 in a thrilling semi-final on Tuesday

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Juan Mata agrees two-year extension at Manchester United

Manchester United have avoided losing Juan Mata on a free transfer at the end of the month, agreeing a new two-year contract with him.

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Maurizio Sarri leaves Chelsea and takes over at Juventus

Juventus and Chelsea reached an agreement that has seen Maurizio Sarri swap Stamford Bridge for Allianz Stadium.

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Women's World Cup Review: Day 10

Canada and Netherlands will go through to the Women's World Cup last 16 from Group E after respective wins over New Zealand and Cameroon.

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Women's World Cup Review: Day 6

France and Germany ran out victors on Wednesday, to leave themselves within touching distance of the Women's World Cup knockout phase

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Aston Villa seal $300 million promotion

Derby County paid the price for poor defending as Aston Villa beat them 2-1 in the play-off final to secure their Premier League return

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Valencia upset Barcelona in Copa del Rey final

Valencia have won the Copa del Rey for the first time since 2007-08 after beating Barcelona 2-1 to increase the heat on Ernesto Valverde

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FA Cup: City secure unprecedented domestic treble with Watford rout

Raheem Sterling scored three times as Manchester City crushed Watford in the FA Cup final to complete an historic domestic treble.

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Spurs loanee stars as City smash Mariners

Melbourne City made light work of Central Coast Mariners on Friday as Shayon Harrison netted a well-taken brace.

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Spurs strike late to down Brighton

Brighton and Hove Albion were unable to hold on to the point that would have boosted their survival hopes, as Tottenham won 1-0 late on

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Kante injured as Chelsea miss chance to go third

Burnley held on to a commendable 2-2 draw away to Chelsea, who disappointingly dropped points again in the top-four battle.

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Leeds auto promotion hopes hanging by a thread after defeat

Brentford beat Leeds United 2-0 to do Sheffield United and Norwich City a massive favour in the race for promotion from the Championship.

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Newcastle Jets hand Brisbane Roar record defeat

Brisbane Roar suffered their heaviest A-League defeat at the hands of Newcastle Jets, while Central Coast Mariners got a rare win.

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Manchester City claim crucial win over Spurs

Manchester City edged closer to the Premier League title as they avenged their European exit to Tottenham by beating them 1-0 on Saturday

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Chelsea survive second-half scare

Slavia Prague put up a good fight against Chelsea, but Maurizio Sarri's men progressed in the Europa League after Thursday's 4-3 win.

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VAR denies Manchester City in thrilling Tottenham tie

Absolute mayhem!

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Barcelona edge out Manchester United

Manchester United lost 1-0 at home to Barcelona in the Champions League on Wednesday, leaving them in a precarious position

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Five-star England sink Montenegro

England came from behind to beat Montenegro 5-1 in Podgorica on Monday, as Ross Barkley played a crucial role for the Three Lions.

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Maradona slams Argentina

Argentina lost 3-1 to Venezuela on Friday, and Diego Maradona has subsequently slammed the team and the AFA's president

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Brazil held to a draw by Panama

Panama claimed a famous draw with Brazil in Saturday's friendly, as AC Milan star Lucas Paqueta opened his international account.

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Southgate lauds 'electric' Sterling

Raheem Sterling scored a hat-trick in England's 5-0 win over the Czech Republic on Friday, delighting manager Gareth Southgate.

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Report: England 5 Czech Republic 0

England crushed the Czech Republic 5-0 at Wembley on Friday, with hat-trick hero Raheem Sterling taking centre stage.

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Controversial City winner denies Swansea

Sergio Aguero scored the winning goal as Manchester City beat Swansea City 3-2 in contentious fashion to reach the FA Cup semi-finals.

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Arsenal fall to Rennes

Ismaila Sarr scored in the 89th minute to seal a 3-1 win for Rennes over 10-man Arsenal, who are in danger of Europa League elimination

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Spurs cruise past Dortmund

Harry Kane became Tottenham's all-time leading scorer in European competition as they beat Borussia Dortmund 1-0 to secure progression.

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Sanchez out for up to six weeks

Alexis Sanchez suffered a knee injury against Southampton on Saturday and Ole Gunnar Solskjaer expects him to miss up to six weeks.

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Perth Glory extends unbeaten run with great escape against Melbourne Victory

Jamie Maclaren's first-half brace left Perth Glory in trouble, but they fought back late on to rescue a point and extend their unbeaten run.

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Lukaku double earns Man Utd away win record

Manchester United may have had a host of players out injured, but they still earned a valuable win away to Crystal Palace.

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Mooy decisive as Huddersfield claim rare win

Jan Siewert has his first points as a Premier League manager after Huddersfield Town dramatically claimed a 1-0 win at home to Wolves

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Solskjaer sets new Premier League points record

A depleted Manchester United could only draw at Old Trafford, but it allowed the club's manager to notch another accomplishment

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Messi off colour as Barca fail to fire against Lyon

Lyon held on to a 0-0 Champions League draw at home to Barcelona on Tuesday, as Ernesto Valverde's men wasted many opportunities

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Man Utd bounce back to knock Chelsea out of FA Cup

Ander Herrera and Paul Pogba got the goals as Manchester United won 2-0 against Chelsea at Stamford Bridge in the FA Cup.

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Under-strength Jets stun City

Newcastle's top-six hopes remain alive despite resting a number of players on Friday night

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'I'm glad he saved my header' - Pele in moving Banks tribute

England World Cup winner Gordon Banks passed away on Tuesday, and Brazil great Pele penned a touching tribute to his friend.

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Brisbane Roar stun Sydney FC with late turnaround

Tobias Mikkelsen and Dylan Wenzel-Halls scored late on to secure Brisbane Roar a shock 2-1 A-League win over high-flying Sydney on Friday

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Martial signs new Man United deal

Anthony Martial has ended speculation around his future after signing a new five-and-a-half-year contract at Manchester United.

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'Likely' Sala plane cushions found

Emiliano Sala disappeared on January 21 when a plane he was on vanished, but authorities believe they have found cushions from the aircraft.

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Warnock: We spoke about Sala

Neil Warnock lauded Cardiff City in the 2-1 defeat to Arsenal, saying it was "appropriate" to do themselves justice for Emiliano Sala.

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Socceroos conquerors UAE thrashed by Qatar

Felix Sanchez's Qatar are into the 2019 Asian Cup final thanks to an impressive 4-0 win over host nation United Arab Emirates.

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Cardiff, Arsenal in Sala tribute

Missing Cardiff City striker Emiliano Sala will be honoured with daffodil tributes at his club's visit to Arsenal on Wednesday.

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Japan seal place in Asian Cup final with controversial win over Iran

Japan are into the 2019 Asian Cup final thanks to a 3-0 win over Iran, though there was more than a hint of controversy about their victory

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A-League Review: Perth Glory cruise

Adelaide United and Perth Glory were victorious in the A-League on Sunday, downing Central Coast Mariners and Newcastle Jets, respectively.

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Report: Millwall 3 Everton 2

Millwall scored twice in the last 15 minutes to beat Everton 3-2 in a dramatic match at The Den, securing passage in the FA Cup.

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Halilhodzic: Sala hunt must resume

Authorities called off the search for Emiliano Sala on Thursday, but Nantes coach Vahid Halilhodzic is the latest to ask for it to resume.

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Fabregas leaves Chelsea for Monaco

Cesc Fabregas has left Chelsea as expected, linking up once again with former Arsenal colleague Thierry Henry at Monaco in Ligue 1.

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Report: WSW 2 Phoenix 3

Wellington Phoenix claimed a thrilling 3-2 win over Western Sydney Wanderers in the A-league on Tuesday.

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Report: Man City 2 Liverpool 1

Leroy Sane's 72nd-minute goal has breathed life back into the Premier League title race, as Manchester City beat Liverpool 2-1.

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Liverpool smash Arsenal as Reds go nine points clear

Liverpool thrashed Arsenal at Anfield on Saturday, as Roberto Firmino scored his first Premier League hat-trick.

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Report: Perth Glory 1 Sydney FC 2

Sydney FC ended Perth Glory's unbeaten start to the A-League season, giving Melbourne Victory the chance to return to the summit.

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Man United appoint Solskjaer

After sacking Jose Mourinho on Tuesday, Manchester United have confirmed former striker Ole Gunnar Solskjaer will take over until June.

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Sterling named Premier League POTM

After scoring three goals and setting up another three in November, Raheem Sterling won the Premier League's Player of the Month award.

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Report: Barcelona 1 Tottenham 1

Tottenham are into the Champions League knockout phase thanks to Lucas Moura's late equaliser in a 1-1 draw at Barcelona on Tuesday.

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Paul Gascoigne pleads not guilty

Paul Gascoigne was in court on Tuesday and entered a plea of not guilty after being charged with sexual assault on a train.

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River Plate edge Boca to claim Copa Libertadores title

River Plate won a fourth Copa Libertadores title as two extra-time goals saw them come from behind to beat Boca Juniors 3-1 in Madrid

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Jets shoot down wasteful Wanderers

The Hunter side finally clinched their first league win of the season with a clinical yet defensively solid performance

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Bolt tipped for Jamaica call-up

Jamaica could give Usain Bolt an international call-up before long, but their Football Federation's president wants to see improvements.

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Report: Man U 2 Derby 2 (7-8 pens)

Manchester United failed to win at home for the third match in a row, as Derby County edged them in an EFL Cup penalty shootout.

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Mourinho envious of Wolves attitude

Wolves held Manchester United to a 1-1 draw at Old Trafford on Saturday, leaving Jose Mourinho jealous of their mentality.

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Report: Man City 1 Lyon 2

Nabil Fekir and Maxwel Cornet did the damage as Lyon left Manchester City with a 2-1 win, as Pep Guardiola watched from the stands.

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Celtic out of Champions League

Scott Sinclair headed in late on, but it was not enough to save Celtic, whose Champions League adventure came to a premature end in Athens.

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Deadline day: Everton, Fulham star

The Premier League's transfer window is now closed, with Everton and Fulham completing eight deals between them on deadline day.

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Ronaldo starts training with Juve

Cristiano Ronaldo attended Juventus training for the first time on Tuesday (AEST) following his post-World Cup break.

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Chelsea win in Sarri's first game

Chelsea had little difficulty seeing off A-League side Perth Glory in a friendly on Monday, winning 1-0 as the Maurizio Sarri era began

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World Cup 2018: Croatia takes down England in extra time thriller

Croatia will face France in the final of the 2018 World Cup after scraping past England 2-1 in extra time on Wednesday.

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USA, Canada and Mexico to host 2026 World Cup

Morocco has lost out on hosting the 2026 World Cup to USA, Canada and Mexico after a vote on Wednesday.

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Kane signs new six-year Spurs deal

Tottenham have tied star striker Harry Kane down until 2024 after announcing he has signed a new contract.

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PL winter break confirmed

The Football Association (FA) has announced the Premier League will get a two-week mid-season break in February, starting in the 2019-20 season.

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Socceroos steam past Czech Republic

Australia claimed an impressive 4-0 win over Czech Republic in their first World Cup warm-up match, with Mathew Leckie getting a brace and Andrew Nabbout justifying his selection in attack with his first international goal.

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Everton appoint Marco Silva

Everton have announced the appointment of former Watford coach Marco Silva as their new manager, replacing Sam Allardyce.

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Zidane to leave Real Madrid

Zinedine Zidane has announced that he is leaving Real Madrid less than a week after guiding them to an unprecedented third successive Champions League title.

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Terry to leave Aston Villa

John Terry will leave Aston Villa after just one season after they were unable to gain promotion from the Championship, the club has confirmed.

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Premier League to get winter break

The Premier League is getting closer to the implementation of a mid-season break after the Football Association (FA) chief executive Martin Glenn claimed it will "very soon" be introduced.

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Allardyce opens door to Rooney exit

Rooney is reportedly a target for DC United and Everton manager Sam Allardyce is "comfortable" with him leaving.

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Alex Ferguson out of intensive care, Man United confirm

After having emergency surgery for a brain haemorrhage, Manchester United have said former manager Alex Ferguson is out of intensive care.

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Alex Ferguson taken to hospital

Former Manchester United manager Alex Ferguson is in intensive care after undergoing emergency surgery for a brain hemorrhage, the club have confirmed.

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Wenger: I'll talk at end of season

Arsene Wenger has hinted he will reveal extra details of the circumstances surrounding his imminent Arsenal departure at the end of the season amid suggestions he is being forced out.

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Top contenders to replace Wenger

Arsenal faces the task of searching for a new manager for the first time since 1996 after Arsene Wenger announced on Friday that he will leave the club at the end of the season.

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Neymar targets May 17 return

Paris Saint-Germain and Brazil forward Neymar is targeting a return to training after his final medical examination on May 17 following a spell out with a broken foot.

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Report: Arsenal 4 CSKA Moscow 1

Only a major shock in the second leg will prevent Arsenal reaching the Europa League semi-finals, as they beat CSKA Moscow 4-1 on Thursday.

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Carragher apologises for spitting at Man United fan

The Reds icon had "no excuse" after he was caught spitting at a fan following his former side's 2-1 loss.

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Angry PAOK owner storms pitch

PAOK owner Ivan Savvidis disrupted Sunday's Super League match with AEK after not agreeing with the disallowing of a goal.

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A-League Review

Perth Glory scored twice in the last five minutes to beat 10-man Melbourne City, while Melbourne Victory ended their three-match losing streak by beating defeating Adelaide United 3-0 in Saturday's A-League action.

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Firmino escapes punishment

Roberto Firmino has escaped disciplinary action after Everton's Mason Holgate alleged the Liverpool star made a discriminatory comment during January's Merseyside derby, the Football Association has confirmed.

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AFC Champions League Review

Shanghai SIPG had no problems continuing their winning start to AFC Champions League Group F, beating Melbourne Victory 4-1 on Tuesday.

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A-League Review: Perth punished

Diego Castro's 'Panenka' penalty failure late on for Perth Glory was punished by Wellington Phoenix as they secured a 2-1 win in stoppage time, while fellow strugglers Central Coast Mariners were denied by 10-man Adelaide United in a thrilling 2-2 draw.

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Report: Man United 2 Huddersfield 0

Alexis Sanchez scored his first Manchester United goal as they bounced back from defeat to Tottenham by cruising to a straightforward 2-0 win over Huddersfield Town.

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A-League Review

Wellington Phoenix claimed only their second A-League win of the season on Wednesday, as they beat Melbourne Victory 2-1 thanks to a late Mark Milligan own goal.

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A-League Review

Adelaide United bounced back from their shock defeat to Brisbane Roar by winning 3-0 at Perth Glory, who slipped out of the top six.

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Everton 0 Manchester United 2: Martial and Lingard stunners decisive in Lukaku's absence

Manchester United ended their recent slump with a 2-0 win over Everton, as Anthony Martial and Jesse Lingard scored the decisive goals.

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Tearful Jesus forced off for City

Manchester City have received a blow after Gabriel Jesus was forced off in tears with an injury at Crystal Palace on Sunday.

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Report: Mariners 0 Phoenix 0

Central Coast Mariners ended a run of three successive defeats on Sunday but could only stop the rot with an underwhelming 0-0 draw at home to rock-bottom Wellington Phoenix.

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Kane proud of Messi-like numbers

Tottenham star Harry Kane has ended 2017 with 56 goals and he is proud to see his name up alongside the likes of Lionel Messi.

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La Liga coach sacked just weeks after cancer surgery

The La Liga side have taken the decision to relieve Eduardo Berizzo of his duties following an unimpressive start to the season.

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Bristol City were lucky to beat Man United, claims Mourinho

The Special One failed to give Wednesday's upset kings full credit for their historic victory, pointing to the chances missed by United

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Bailey Wright's Bristol City stun Manchester United

EFL Cup holders Manchester United have been knocked out of the competition by Championship side Bristol City after a late Korey Smith goal.

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A-League Review

Newcastle Jets beat Adelaide United 2-1 on Saturday thanks a late Dimitri Petratos penalty, restoring the five-point deficit to A-League pacesetters Sydney FC.

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Report: Mel. Victory 1 Adelaide 2

Two red cards in the final 10 minutes did not prevent Adelaide United from leaving Melbourne with a 2-1 win over Victory on Friday.

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Report: Huddersfield 1 Man City 2

Raheem Sterling spared Manchester City's blushes by securing a late 2-1 win at Huddersfield Town, their 11th consecutive away win.

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Melbourne Victory get first win

A 2-0 win away to Perth Glory has given Melbourne Victory their first triumph of the A-League season in their seventh match.

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Evra gets red card for fan clash

Former France international Patrice Evra was sent off before the start of Marseille's match with Vitoria Guimares after clashing with fans.

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Leicester City appoint Puel

Leicester City have confirmed the appointment of Claude Puel as their new manager following the sacking of Craig Shakespeare.

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Ronaldo wins FIFA Best award

The Best FIFA Men's Player award has been won by Ronaldo following a brilliant season with Real Madrid last term.

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Everton sack Koeman

Ronald Koeman's 16-month tenure at Everton has come an end after the Premier League side announced they have dismissed the Dutchman.

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Report: Huddersfield 2 Man United 1

Socceroos star Aaron Mooy scored as Manchester United's unbeaten start to the Premier League season came to an end in a shock 2-1 loss at Huddersfield Town, with Victor Lindelof the villain of the piece.

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I won't finish my career here – Mourinho looking beyond Manchester United

Manchester United supporters eager for Jose Mourinho to stay with the club until his retirement are likely to be disappointed.

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Report: Brisbane Roar 1 Adelaide 2

Dramatic late goals from Ryan Kitto and Johan Absalonsen ensured Adelaide United came from behind to win 2-1 at Brisbane Roar in spectacular circumstances on Friday.

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O'Donovan leads Jets charge

Roy O'Donovan provided the perfect response to a hostile reception as he scored a debut hat-trick in Newcastle Jets' 5-1 hammering of his former club and rivals Central Coast Mariners on Saturday.

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Neymar slams 'inhuman' conditions

Neymar slammed conditions in Bolivia as "inhuman" after Brazil players needed oxygen following their 0-0 World Cup qualifying draw in La Paz on Thursday.

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Report: Syria 1 Australia 1

Omar Al Soma's controversial late penalty to keep their unlikely World Cup dream alive as they secured a 1-1 draw with Australia in the first leg of their fourth-round qualifier in Malaysia on Thursday.

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WATCH: Arsenal denies Chelsea to win record 13th FA Cup

Arsenal celebrated a record 13th FA Cup success as Aaron Ramsey once again grabbed the winner at Wembley, securing a 2-1 victory over 10-man Chelsea on Saturday and potentially going some way to restoring supporters' faith in the under-fire Arsene Wenger.

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WATCH: Mourinho's men squeeze through to Europa League final as tempers flare

Jose Mourinho's Manchester United reached the Europa League final after a 1-1 draw with Celta Vigo in a match that saw two sent off.

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Mourinho makes revelation about Manchester United's top four hopes

Manchester United's focus is all on the Europa League now after Jose Mourinho conceded their top four hopes were ended by Arsenal's win.

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WATCH: Arsenal end Manchester United's 25-game unbeaten run

Manchester United's 25-match unbeaten run was ended by Arsenal at Emirates Stadium as the hosts won 2-0 on Sunday.

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WATCH: Pedro stunner pushes Chelsea even closer to title

Chelsea passed their final big Premier League test as they beat Everton 3-0 at Goodison Park thanks to a second-half show on Monday morning (AEST).

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Kante named PFA Player of the Year, Alli retains Young Player of the Year award

Chelsea's N'Golo Kante has been honoured for his brilliant season with the PFA Players' Player of the Year Award ahead of Eden Hazard.

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Everton sign highly rated Davies to five-year deal

Everton have secured the services of well-regarded teenager Tom Davies for another five years after he agreed a new contract.

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Wenger declares Sanchez training bust-up reports 'completely false'

Arsene Wenger has labelled reports of a training ground bust-up with Arsenal star Alexis Sanchez as "completely false".

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I owe him my eternal gratitude - Vardy's emotional Ranieri tribute

Claudio Ranieri will always have a special place in the memory of Jamie Vardy despite the Italian's sacking as Leicester City manager.

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Leicester set unwanted record with six-match goal drought

Premier League champions Leicester City failed to net for a sixth successive match against Swansea City to set a new record.

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Marco Silva appointed as Hull City head coach

Marco Silva has been appointed as Hull City's new head coach on a deal until the end of the season, the Premier League club have confirmed.

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Mercedes could finally have Nico Rosberg replacement

Nico Rosberg's replacement at Mercedes for the 2017 F1 season could be Valtteri Bottas if Williams can line up an alternative.

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Banned Hartley receives Robshaw backing

Dylan Hartley's credentials as England captain have been called into question due to his recent ban, but Chris Robshaw has his back.

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Allardyce incident a tragedy, says FA chief executive Glenn

Martin Glenn admitted there are large failings in the English game, citing Sam Allardyce's dismissal as a "tragedy".

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Guardiola: We will only get better

Manchester City are only going to get better over the next couple of years, Pep Guardiola has warned the Premier League.

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Lionel Messi's worst goal drought in six years

Lionel Messi failed to find the net once again on Wednesday as Barcelona crashed out of the Champions League to Atletico Madrid, with the Argentinian's 452-minute goal drought his worst such run since April 2010.

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Video: Atletico send Barcelona crashing out of Europe

Barcelona's season unravelled further in controversial fashion after the holders were knocked out of the Champions League by Atletico Madrid on Wednesday, with Antoine Griezmann's double securing passage to the semi-finals with 2-0 win at the Vicente Calderon.

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Tour de France spectator throws urine on leader's face

Chris Froome aims an extraordinary allegation at a Tour de France spectator.

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Messi nets winner as title heads back to Camp Nou

The Liga title is heading back to Barcelona after Lionel Messi scored the winner in a 1-0 victory at previous champions Atletico Madrid.

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La Liga Review

Real Madrid remain hot on Barcelona's heels in La Liga's title race with a 4-2 win at Celta Vigo, while Sevilla went fourth win a win.

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Report: Celta Vigo 2 Real Madrid 4

Real Madrid made hard work of Celta Vigo on Sunday, but Javier Hernandez's brace helped secure a vital 4-2 win at Balaidos.

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Preview: Udinese v Inter

Inter remain firmly in the hunt for a UEFA Europa League spot and Roberto Mancini believes the trip to Udinese is part of a "crucial" week.

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Report: Torino 2 Juventus 1

Juventus' Serie A title celebrations have been put on hold after a 2-1 defeat to Torino - their first derby loss in 20 years.

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Mancini: Icardi headed for the top

Mauro Icardi's attitude and persistence can make the Argentina striker a "champion", according to Inter coach Roberto Mancini.

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Simeone applauds Atletico response

Diego Simeone praised the mentality of his Atletico Madrid side as they followed up UEFA Champions League heartache by beating Elche 3-0.

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Report: Atletico Madrid 3 Elche 0

Goals from Antoine Griezmann and Raul Garcia saw Atletico Madrid beat Elche 3-0 three days on from their UEFA Champions League exit.

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Report: Espanyol 0 Barcelona 2

Barcelona moved five points clear in La Liga, with Lionel Messi, Luis Suarez and Neymar starring in a 2-0 derby defeat of Espanyol.

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Ligue 1 Review

Marseille remain hard on the heels of Lyon and Paris Saint-Germain in the Ligue 1 title race after a Michy Batshuayi-led 4-0 rout of Lens.

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Report: Hamilton 2 Motherwell 0

Martin Canning finally has a win as Hamilton Academical's player-manager, after his side defeated Motherwell 2-0.

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Report: Mainz 2 Schalke 0

Schalke's slim hopes of a top-four finish are effectively over after a Stefan Bell brace gave Mainz a 2-0 win on Friday.

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Report: Marseille 3 Lorient 5

Lorient moved themselves out of the Ligue 1 drop zone after a thrilling 5-3 win at Marseille, whose title challenge appears to be over.

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Report: ADO Den Haag 1 Vitesse 0

Michiel Kramer struck late on to earn ADO Den Haag a 1-0 win, denting Vitesse's hopes of finishing third in the Eredivisie.

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Preview: Torino v Juventus

Juventus could potentially clinch the Serie A title with a derby win over Torino on Sunday, but the hosts' Kamil Glik is in defiant mood.

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Sevilla wary of Fiorentina - Monchi

Sevilla's UEFA Europa League title defence faces a stern test against Fiorentina in the semi-finals, according to their sporting director.

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Report: Bayern 0 Monchengladbach 2

Raffael-inspired Borussia Monchengladbach beat Bayern Munich 2-0 at the Allianz Arena on Sunday, with Arjen Robben forced off with an injury

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Lancaster lauds England character

A 55-35 win over France was not enough for Six Nations glory, but England coach Stuart Lancaster could not fault his team's effort.

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Bundesliga Review

Following their respective UEFA Champions League eliminations, Bayer Leverkusen and Borussia Dortmund bounced back in the Bundesliga.

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Villa ends Gerrard's hopes of dream farewell

Fabian Delph's winner ended Steven Gerrard's chances of a glorious Liverpool farewell, as Aston Villa won 2-1 to reach the FA Cup final.

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Balotelli targets officials

Liverpool's Mario Balotelli has criticised officials after seeing his goal incorrectly disallowed in Sunday's FA Cup semi-final defeat.

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CAF Champions League Review

ES Setif scored two away goals in a draw with Raja Casablanca to gain a slight advantage in their CAF Champions League qualifier.

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La Liga Review

UEFA Champions League hopefuls Sevilla surprisingly failed to beat struggling Granada on Sunday, while Villarreal's winless run continued.

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Primeira Liga Review

Five points from as many matches could be enough for Sporting Lisbon to secure UEFA Champions League football after beating Boavista 2-1.

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Preview: Bayern Munich v Porto

Manuel Neuer has rallied his Bayern Munich team-mates ahead of Tuesday's do-or-die UEFA Champions League quarter-final second leg with Porto

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Klopp braced for 'brutal' farewell

Borussia Dortmund fans gave departing coach Jurgen Klopp a grand reception on Saturday, but he is trying not to embrace such emotions yet.

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Pulis thanks Palace fans

A warm welcome left former Crystal Palace manager Tony Pulis full of thanks, as his West Brom side left Selhurst Park with a 2-0 win.

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League One Review

Despite only managing a 0-0 draw at home to Coventry City on Saturday, Bristol City secured the League One title.

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Report: Dortmund 3 Paderborn 0

News of Jurgen Klopp's end-of-season departure proved no distraction for Borussia Dortmund, who beat Paderborn 3-0 on Saturday.

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Report: Levante 2 Espanyol 2

Victor Casadesus scored a late equaliser to earn Levante a 2-2 draw with Espanyol on Friday, but they remain in deep trouble in La Liga.

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Football League Review

The Championship promotion battle took another turn on Friday as Middlesbrough beat Norwich City 1-0 at Carrow Road to go top.

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Report: Nantes 1 Marseille 0

A Rod Fanni error could prove crucial in the Ligue 1 title race after Serge Gakpe scored Nantes' winner in the 1-0 scalp of Marseille

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Report: Cambuur 1 Excelsior 1

Bartholomew Ogbeche's late record-breaking leveller secured Cambuur a 1-1 draw with Excelsior, but it was a missed opportunity for the hosts

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Arabian Gulf League Review

A 4-0 win over Al Ittihad Kalba coupled with Al Jazira's 4-2 home loss to Bani Yas secured Al Ain's record 12th Arabian Gulf League title.

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Inzaghi laments poor finishing

Milan were held to a 1-1 draw at home to Sampdoria on Sunday and coach Filippo Inzaghi was not impressed with his side's finishing.

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La Liga Review

Getafe held Villarreal to a 1-1 draw as Marcelino Garcia Toral's men's woes continued, while Elche beat Cordoba in the relegation scrap.

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